Fixed Plant Control Room Operator
Role Overview
The Fixed Plant Control Room Operator supports safe, efficient, and compliant operation of fixed plant systems at Newmont’s Tanami underground gold mine.
The role monitors and coordinates assets such as materials handling, winders, dewatering, and ventilation to support production continuity, asset integrity, and statutory compliance.
Key Skills for This Role
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Role overview
The Fixed Plant Control Room Operator supports safe, efficient, and compliant operation of fixed plant systems at Newmont’s Tanami underground gold mine.
The role monitors and coordinates assets such as materials handling, winders, dewatering, and ventilation to support production continuity, asset integrity, and statutory compliance.
Workplace and roster
- The role is onsite at Tanami in the Northern Territory, Australia.
- Tanami operates on a fly-in, fly-out roster and is a remote underground mine.
Key responsibilities
- Monitor real-time asset performance and respond to equipment issues, delays, or deviations; escalate as needed to minimize downtime and maintain production continuity.
- Maintain accurate records of shaft activities, delays, and maintenance data for reporting and compliance.
- Coordinate timely, accurate communication between surface and underground teams.
- Coordinate emergency response from the control room, following site protocols and communicating with field teams.
- Work with operations, maintenance, and planning teams on scheduling, shift handovers, and daily execution aligned with production targets.
Capabilities and qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in a mining control room environment.
- Experience with material handling systems and shaft operations; ABB winders are advantageous.
- Systems experience with SCADA (Citect), HMI, Minestar, PI Vision, and CMMS systems such as SAP.
- Demonstrated underground mining experience and understanding of fixed plant and material handling infrastructure.
- A mechanical or electrical trade qualification is preferred.
- Strong organizational, communication, and decision-making skills; ability to prioritize, collaborate, and perform under pressure.
About Newmont and Tanami
Newmont describes its work as producing metals safely and responsibly, with a focus on people, communities, and the environment.
Tanami is a remote underground gold mine in the Tanami Desert, supported by modern infrastructure and a skilled workforce.
Newmont notes its partnership with the Warlpiri people and its commitment to positive outcomes for local communities and an inclusive workplace.
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